Empowering Minds: Adult Education in India

By Khritish Swargiary and Kavita Roy

"Empowering Minds: Adult Education in India" is a comprehensive exploration of adult education in India, highlighting its importance, historical context, challenges, success stories, and policy recommendations. The book sheds light on the critical role of lifelong learning and addresses the need for adult education in India's diverse and dynamic society. The book begins by introducing the concept of adult education and its relevance in the context of India. It delves into the historical background, tracing the roots of adult education from pre-independence to post-independence efforts and policy initiatives. The chapters that follow examine various adult education programs and initiatives, including literacy programs, skill development, distance learning, and non-formal education. One of the significant sections focuses on the challenges and constraints faced by the adult education sector in India, such as illiteracy, socioeconomic barriers, gender disparities, and policy implementation challenges.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 6206165264
• ISBN13: 9786206165262
• Release Date: May 2023
• Publisher: LAP Lambert Academic Publishing
• Length: 192 Pages
• Weight: 0.64 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"